Columbia Daily Spectator

Applications are open for eight affordable housing apartments in Columbia’s housing portfolio, designated specifically for tenants unaffiliated with the University. The application to be considered for a unit closes May 31.

Columbia opens applications for 8 affordable housing units to non-affiliates, exceeding previous commitment Columbia has opened applications for eight affordable apartments in its housing portfolio, designated specifically for tenants unaffiliated with the University.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog delivered a virtual address at the Jewish Theological Seminary’s 2026 commencement May 19, calling for stronger ties between the Jewish diaspora and Israel as dozens of protesters gathered outside to denounce his involvement.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog delivers JTS commencement address, drawing protest Israeli President Isaac Herzog delivered a virtual address at the Jewish Theological Seminary’s 2026 commencement May 19, calling for stronger ties between the Jewish diaspora and Israel as dozens of protesters gathered outside to denounce his involvement.

Columbia celebrated the class of 2026 amid record high temperatures Wednesday morning, featuring a surprise performance from eight-time Grammy Award winner Jon Batiste.

2026 Graduate Commencement faces record-high temperatures, and ‘tested’ institutional climate On Low Steps, surrounding Alma Mater, thousands of faculty, graduates, and family endured record-high temperatures to commemorate the class of 2026 during the graduate and professional studies schools commencement Wednesday morning.